As St. Augustine remarks (lib. 20, de Civit., C. 30), the…
““As St. Augustine remarks (lib. 20, de Civit., C. 30), the events pertaining to the end of the world will happen in the manner they have been foretold, but as to their accidental circumstances, God alone knows the order in which they will take place. He has revealed nothing explicitly on this point, and consequently, our knowledge of them is confined to mere conjecture, possessing a greater or less degree of probability.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Augustine says end‑of‑world events will occur as foretold, but only God knows the exact circumstances.
In simple terms: God knows the exact order of future events.
Key Takeaway
Accept uncertainty with faith.
Themes
theology
eschatology
faith
Mood
contemplative
spiritual
Type
End of the world:1
Religion:1
End World:1
Circumstances God:1
World Happen:0
Augustine Remarks:1
Foretold Accidental:0
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- academic study
- ethical discussions
- public sermons
Key Concepts
philosophy
probability
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we balance faith and reason?
- What is the role of prophecy?
A Different Perspective
Predictions are speculative.